Reviews & Ratings

Reviews

“The owners made us feel so welcome and the cottage was simply perfect.”

We would highly recommend this cottage. Such attention to detail. By far the best place we have ever rented. The bed is so comfortable, the location is perfect and everything was spotlessly clean. There just isn't enough room here to say to say how much we enjoyed it.

We would highly recommend this cottage. Such attention to detail. By far the best place we have ever rented. The bed is so comfortable, the location is perfect and everything was spotlessly clean. There just isn't enough room here to say to say how much we enjoyed it.

“The cottage superb everything you could possibly want provided.”

Scenery from every window
And great pubs locally. Mark and Kath so welcoming and friendly. Great holiday.

- Mrs Bennison, October 2018

“A fantastic cottage in a brilliant location.”

The owners could not be more helpful and friendly. We cannot wait to visit it again and explore more of the area. Thank you Kath and Mark, you certainly set the bar high for other cottages!

- Mr Fletcher, September 2018

“The cottage was larger than we expected.”

A very good size for just 2 people. Beautiful views from most windows. Eggs, cookies, milk and fresh flowers provided. Really lovely accommodation.

- Mrs Rowland, September 2018

“One of the best cottages we have ever stayed in.”

Extremeley well equipped & very comfortable with its wonderful location giving stunning views through every window.Mark & Kath are very genial hosts who made our stay most pleasant.Can not praise this property enough.

- Mr Buchheister, September 2018

“Baywood Cottage is a beautiful property set on the hillside and the views are spectacular.”

The location is ideal for getting about with Skipton, Keighley and Haworth only a short distance away. It is also ideal for anyone who enjoys walking. Kath and Mark were really friendly and made us feel at home from the moment we arrived. Additional touches such as the fresh flowers in the lounge and bedroom and providing us, on arrival, with lovely fresh eggs, water and milk was a lovely surprise and very much appreciated. We really enjoyed our stay and will not doubt at some point be returning for another visit.

- Mr Salthouse, August 2018

“Perfect location for us exploring the Yorkshire Dales and Bronte country.”

The views from the cottage are absolutely wonderful, it's peaceful without being cut off and we felt very relaxed. Mark and Kath are so friendly and helpful without being intrusive. Bed very comfortable, kitchen well equipped. We loved staying here and plan to go back for another holiday.

- Mr Aarons, August 2018

“Baywood cottage is an outstanding property, with beautiful views all around, and a wonderful cottage to stay in.”

Mark and Kath were very welcoming and easy to chat to.
With wonderful places to explore in the surrounding area, will definitely be coming back in the near future.
regard Mary and Geoff from Norfolk.

- Mr Matthews, August 2018

“Of the many cottages we have stayed in, this was far and away the best!”

Stunning views from every window. Peaceful area. Accommodation way above standard. And Kath and Mark are two of the nicest people you could wish to meet. Nothing was too much trouble for them.
If you wish to explore Yorkshire and into the Dales, this is the perfect base for two people.
Sheila & Frank from Wirral

- Mr Newman, August 2018

“Baytree Cottage was the perfect place to rest and recover after the heatwave in the South.”

Its a beautifully appointed property with stunning views and sunsets all around. The hosts were warm in their welcome and very helpful as we settled in and we wish them well. They deserve great success!

- Mrs Lamb, August 2018

“This cottage is truly special with everything we could have wanted and more!”

Kath & Mark made us feel so welcome and have achieved the highest attention to detail you always hope to find, but rarely do...from the fresh flowers in the lovely spacious living room to the fresh milk, tea, coffee & cookies as well as delicious free range eggs in the kitchen, there is everything you could possibly want. The cottage is filled with light & has large windows in every room so you can enjoy breath taking views of the surrounding countryside from every aspect - it is in a magical spot away from it all but with the advantage of being close to all local amenities (good pubs with good food!), & also near enough to all the main tourist attractions in the area. If walking is your thing there are some stunning walks literally from the door step, but if you prefer to chill out & relax, you could use the outdoor furniture & comfy cushions provided to simply while away your holiday soaking up the peace & tranquility (Kath's beautiful white ponies in the surrounding fields & stables raise this place to another level of loveliness!)...Kath & Mark are terrific hosts & always available should you need anything at all, but are happy to leave you in total peace to enjoy your holiday, which is exactly what we did! One of our best ever holidays & a cottage that we can highly recommend.

- Mrs Hogarth, July 2018

“We had a lovely week at Baywood Cottage , the facilities were perfect and the location itself has great views .”

Its also an excellent location to access some of the beautiful walks, both from the Cottage and via short car journeys. Kath and Mark were great hosts and not at all intrusive , but it was lovely to have them on hand for some local information tips. There are some excellent and friendly pubs and restaurants close by and its certainly worth exploring as many as you can.
We shall certainly be repeating our visit as soon as we can , the area and the cottage has so much to offer.
thanks for a lovely stay.

- Mr Leserve, July 2018

“This was a fantastic cottage, in a peaceful location with walks on the doorstep and amazing views.”

All the rooms were spacious, and well equipped with lots of lovely touches such as fresh flowers. The owners were really welcoming and shared lots of local knowledge to make this a perfect short break for us. One of the best cottages we have stayed in - would highly recommend.

- Mrs Willetts, July 2018

“Baywood Cottage is a superb property.”

We spent a lovely week in this immaculate cottage enjoying stunning views of the Yorkshire countryside and glorious sunsets all from our front window! Owners, Kath and Mark have worked hard to provide a well-equipped, comfortable and welcoming property. They were also very open, friendly and helpful without ever being intrusive
There are so many interesting areas to visit close by and this is one property we would certainly recommend to anyone wishing to visit the Yorkshire Dales. Thank you Kath and Mark.
Christine and Jim (Dundee)

- Mrs Gibson, June 2018

“One of the best cottages we have stayed in, very clean and tidy.”

Ideal base for sight seeing and walking with the Pennine Way not far away.
The views across the dales are so nice to wake up to in the morning, stayed a week and really enjoyed especially the free eggs for breakfast.

The property

A lovely stone-built single storey cottage set in the grounds of a private equestrian property, attached to the owner's farmhouse in a tranquil location with stunning views of the surrounding hills and countryside.

Located within the grounds of the owner's home and equestrian facility, Baywood Cottage is perfect as a peaceful retreat for couples wanting to enjoy the stunning scenery of the Yorkshire Dales.

The open-plan lounge-diner is beautifully decorated with a neutral colour scheme, furnished with comfortable sofas and a woodburner for enjoying cosy nights in.

This room boasts glorious views of the Ickornshaw Beck valley and to the hills beyond.

Further down the hall is a spacious fully appointed kitchen offering all the amenities you will need for cooking up a fantastic meal.

The bedroom has a comfortable super king-size bed and has glorious views of the surrounding hills.

The bathroom has a large walk-in shower, ideal for recuperating after a strenuous day exploring the Dales or the Forest of Trawden.

Outside the property is a furnished gravel garden offering beautiful views of the surrounding hills, and the owner's ponies can be seen grazing in the nearby fields.Kick back and relax here with a glass of wine, enjoying the remainder of the evening sun.

Baywood Cottage is perfect for keen walkers, with easy access to lots of footpaths, and only a 30 minute walk from the Pennine Way.

Skipton is just a short drive away and has many independent shops, cafes and restaurants, as well as a lively market and a castle, making it an ideal day out.

Baywood Cottage is the perfect place for a relaxing break at any time of the year.

Accommodation

All ground floor. 1 x super king-size double bedroom (zip-link, can be twin on request). Bathroom with walk-in shower, basin and WC. Kitchen. Open plan living area with dining area, seating area with woodburner. Utility.

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About the location

COWLING

Skipton 7 miles.

The ancient village of Cowling sits across a hillside in the Pennine Hills, just seven miles from the market town of Skipton. A thriving village, built along a main high street with stone-built, terraced houses set alongside the mills of a bygone age. The village was once sparsely populated, the bulk of the population living in Ickornshaw and Middleton, and before that on Cowling Hill, close to water sources they depended on, and the main roads of the day - now used as back roads by locals to avoid the modern day traffic. In the early days, agriculture was the main occupation, with corn being grown and ground within the village. When canal transport boomed, corn became cheaper to buy from elsewhere and so the mills in Cowling turned from grinding corn to weaving during the Industrial Revolution. The village inn was once part of a farmhouse on Cowling Hill, but was sold as changes to the structure of the village began. The son of the landlord later opened the Bay Horse Hotel on the new road, which still stands as a main feature of village life. The nearby Quaker village of Lothersdale was, at one time, home to Charlotte Bronte who modelled Gateshead Hall in Jane Eyre on Stone Gappe House where she was governess. Today many visitors passing through the village are walkers, on their way along the Pennine Way on the stretch from Cowling to Gargrave. There's the large retail outlet of Boundary Mills, just six miles away, a must for lovers of shoping, and Skipton, known as 'The Gateway to the Dales' is nearby. Skipton is a lovely old market town with much to interest the enthusiastic visitor, boasting an ancient castle open to the public, a beautiful old parish church and a colourful market occupying the cobbled setts each side of the high street. In 2008 the Academy of Urbanism voted Skipton High Street the best shopping spot in Britain, and The Copper Dragon Brewery, opened in 2002 is highly rated in the CAMRA listings. Steam railways with regular excursions are available at Embsay and Bolton Abbey, and the Leeds to Liverpool Canal passes through Skipton with the one mile long Foulridge Tunnel and the 5-rise locks at Bingley within a short distance away. In 2014 the area hosted the first leg of the Tour De France, bringing in many visitors from far and wide to this wonderful area.